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  • Police Investigate Toddler’s Death Following Allegations of Medical Negligence in Kattakada

    THIRUVANANTHAPURAM (February 23, 2026) — The Kerala Police have launched an investigation into the death of a two-and-a-half-year-old girl after her family alleged medical negligence at a private hospital in Kattakada. The child, Aisha Fathima, passed away early Monday morning at a tertiary care facility where she had been rushed following a sudden deterioration in her condition. The Aryanad police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) and are currently awaiting forensic results to determine the exact cause of death.

    Timeline of Medical Consultations

    Aisha Fathima, the daughter of Sidique and Fasilath from Punlal, Perumkulam, first exhibited signs of physical discomfort on February 18. According to reports from Manorama Online and Deshabhimani, the child initially suffered from breathing difficulties and swelling near her eyelid.

    The family sought medical attention across several institutions over the following days:

    • February 18: The child was treated for shortness of breath and eyelid swelling at the Aryanad Government Hospital.
    • February 19: Seeking a paediatric specialist, the family visited Mamal Hospital, a private facility in Kattakada. Reports indicate the attending doctor suggested the symptoms might be related to a clothing allergy.
    • February 20: Following further medical advice, the child was taken to a private eye hospital for specialised consultation.
    • February 22: At approximately 11:00 am, the toddler’s condition worsened significantly, manifesting as extreme fatigue and acute respiratory distress.

    Allegations of Treatment Mismanagement

    The family returned to Mamal Hospital on Sunday, where they discovered the paediatrician was on leave. According to the parents’ complaint, the child was examined by another doctor who ordered blood and urine tests.

    The situation reportedly escalated after the child was administered oxygen and two injections. The family alleged that Aisha’s condition deteriorated immediately following the second injection, noting that she became visibly weaker and “her face contorted” as she struggled to breathe. The family also claimed that hospital staff initially prevented them from entering the ambulance when the decision was made to transfer the child to Neyyar Medicity. Aisha was declared dead at the second hospital at 12:55 am on Monday.

    Official Response and Legal Action

    The Aryanad police have seized the medical records from the private hospital as part of their inquiry. Authorities have confirmed that a case of unnatural death has been registered, and the body has been shifted for a post-mortem examination.

    As noted in regional reports, the private hospital is owned by L. V. Ajayakumar, President of the Kerala Pradesh Pravasi Congress State Committee. Whilst the hospital management has not yet issued a formal statement regarding the specific clinical decisions made, the police stated that the investigation will focus on whether the administered medication was appropriate for the child’s symptoms.

    Sources

    • Manorama Online: “Two-and-a-half-year-old girl dies; complaint alleges medical negligence” (February 23, 2026)
    • Deshabhimani: “Child Dies; Complaint of Treatment Negligence at Private Hospital” (February 23, 2026)
    • Asianet News Malayalam: “Toddler suffers from breathing issue; dies after injection” (February 22, 2026)
    • Kerala Police Departmental Briefing: Saheednagar / Aryanad Station Records (February 23, 2026)

  • Five Arrested Following Murder of Ranchi Man Over Domestic Dispute

    RANCHI (February 23, 2026) — Police in Ranchi have arrested five individuals, including a married couple, in connection with the murder of a 30-year-old man whose body was recovered from a well last week. The victim, identified as Asif Ansari, a resident of Raja Colony in Kantatoli, was found on Thursday in the Gadigaon area. Subsequent investigations have revealed a pre-planned conspiracy allegedly motivated by a long-standing personal dispute.

    Autopsy Revisions and Cause of Death

    Initial physical examinations of the body suggested that Ansari had been killed by being crushed with stones. However, a formal autopsy report has since clarified that the victim was first shot dead before the attackers attempted to obscure the cause of death by using heavy stones.

    DSP Sadar Sanjeev Besra stated on Monday, “Initial investigation revealed that the victim was killed by crushing him with stones, but the autopsy report revealed that Ansari was first shot dead with a bullet before being crushed with stones.”

    Alleged Conspiracy and Financial Details

    The police investigation has linked the murder to a relationship Ansari allegedly maintained with a woman for approximately 15 years. According to the authorities, the woman’s husband, identified as 35-year-old Johnson Minj, orchestrated the killing alongside his associate, 36-year-old Deepak Agarwal.

    The DSP noted that Minj allegedly paid a total of 8 lakh rupees to various parties to carry out the crime:

    • Deepak Agarwal: Received 4 lakh rupees to coordinate the plot.
    • Prince Kumar (22): Paid 1.60 lakh rupees for his involvement.
    • Prem Lakra (44): Paid 2.40 lakh rupees for his role in the execution.

    Arrests and Seizures

    Following the interrogation and subsequent confessions, all five suspects, including the couple, were sent to judicial custody on Sunday. During the operation, the Ranchi police seized several items of evidence, including:

    • A country-made pistol.
    • Two motorcycles used in the commission of the crime.
    • Blood-stained clothing and mobile handsets.

    The Khelgaon police, who led the recovery of the body from the well on Thursday, are continuing their inquiries to ensure all aspects of the conspiracy are documented for the upcoming trial.

  • Police Head Constable Among Four Arrested in Arunachal Pradesh Drug Bust

    ITANAGAR (February 23, 2026) — Authorities in Arunachal Pradesh have arrested four individuals, including a serving police head constable, following the seizure of heroin in the Banderdewa region. The arrests, made on Sunday afternoon, are part of a broader crackdown on cross-border narcotics trafficking between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. According to official statements, the seized contraband is estimated to have a market value exceeding 50,000 rupees.

    Interception at Niya Colony

    The operation was launched by the Banderdewa police acting on credible intelligence regarding the transport of narcotics from Assam. A team led by Inspector Kipa Hamak intercepted a motorcycle at Niya Colony, leading to the arrest of two primary suspects, identified as Shivaji Morang and Sarat Kutum, both residents of the Lakhimpur district in Assam.

    Upon searching the suspects, police recovered approximately 11 grams of suspected heroin concealed within a soap case. As noted in reports by India Today NE, both individuals were formally charged under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.

    Involvement of Law Enforcement

    The investigation deepened following the initial arrests, leading to the apprehension of two additional suspects. Amongst those taken into custody is a head constable of the Arunachal Pradesh Police. Officials stated that the involvement of a uniformed officer in the trafficking network is being treated with “utmost seriousness.”

    The Naharlagun Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), Rishi Longdo, confirmed that a case has been registered at the Banderdewa Police Station. This incident marks the second time this month that state police personnel have been implicated in drug-related offences, following a similar arrest of an India Reserve Battalion (IRBn) official earlier in February.

    Sources

    • India Today NE: “Arunachal police bust cross-border narcotic supply route, two arrested” (February 23, 2026)
    • The Arunachal Times: “Four arrested in drug bust near Banderdewa” (February 23, 2026)
    • Press Trust of India (PTI): “Police head constable among four held with heroin in Arunachal” (February 23, 2026)

  • Senior Revenue Official Booked Following Rape and Blackmail Allegations in Bhubaneswar

    BHUBANESWAR (February 22, 2026) — A Joint Commissioner-ranked officer of the Indian Revenue Service (IRS) has been booked by the Bhubaneswar police for the alleged rape and blackmail of a 38-year-old woman. The case, registered at the Saheed Nagar police station on Friday, follows a preliminary inquiry that established prima facie evidence against the official. According to senior police officials, the alleged assault occurred at the officer’s government residence in the Satsang Vihar area, where the complainant had reportedly been invited under the pretext of watching a film.

    Allegations of Assault and Digital Blackmail

    The complainant, a married woman, stated in her First Information Report (FIR) that she visited the officer’s quarters on 15 January 2026, accompanied by a woman who is reportedly a relative of the accused. The victim alleged that while the officer’s wife and the other woman were away from the residence, the official played obscene content on his laptop and subsequently raped her.

    According to reports from The Hindustan Times and The Indian Express, the victim further alleged that the officer threatened to circulate intimate footage of her if she disclosed the incident. The complainant approached the authorities after learning on 18 February that a video had reportedly been shared on social media, following which the accused allegedly attempted to coerce her into meeting him at a hotel in Puri.

    Police Investigation and Legal Proceedings

    Commissioner of Police S. Dev Datta Singh confirmed that an investigation is currently underway and that the officer has been summoned for interrogation. The case has been registered under Section 64(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which pertains to the punishment for rape.

    Significant investigative steps taken by the Saheed Nagar police include:

    • Evidence Collection: Mobile phones and other digital devices have been seized from the officer’s residence for forensic analysis.
    • Medical Examination: A formal medical examination of the complainant has been conducted.
    • Judicial Statements: The victim’s statement is scheduled to be recorded before a judicial magistrate under the relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).

    Broadening Scope of the Inquiry

    DCP Jagmohan Meena noted that the case is being treated as highly sensitive. A separate case has been filed at the Infocity police station against the woman who introduced the victim to the officer, as investigators suspect a wider link between the two incidents. Authorities are currently verifying the origins of the video and the extent of its circulation to establish a comprehensive timeline of the alleged crime and subsequent blackmail.

    Sources

    • Press Trust of India (PTI): “IRS officer booked in rape case in Odisha” (February 22, 2026)
    • The Hindustan Times: “Odisha: IRS officer booked for rape, threatened to blackmail survivor with video” (February 22, 2026)
    • The Indian Express: “IRS officer booked on charges of rape in Odisha” (February 23, 2026)
    • Times of India: “City cops launch probe into rape complaint against IRS officer” (February 23, 2026)

  • Four Arrested Following Infant’s Death After Alleged Caste-Based Assault in Telangana

    HYDERABAD (February 22, 2026) — Police in Nagarkurnool district have arrested four individuals in connection with the death of a two-month-old infant following an alleged assault on a family at a local temple fair. The incident, which took place on February 18 in Kummera village, reportedly began with a dispute over entry fees and escalated into a violent altercation involving caste-based slurs. Whilst the infant succumbed to injuries on February 21, authorities have registered a case of suspicious death and are awaiting post-mortem results to confirm the exact cause of the tragedy.

    Allegations of Caste-Based Violence

    According to a complaint filed by the infant’s mother, Chilikeshwaram Mounika, and grandmother, Chandrakala, the family was targeted by a group of villagers during the Kummera Jathara (temple fair). The family, belonging to the backward Chakali community, alleged they were refused entry to the temple unless they paid a 100-rupee fee, which is usually free for devotees.

    The family claimed that upon their refusal, they were verbally abused with caste-based slurs and physically assaulted. Chandrakala stated that women were dragged by their hair and struck with metal rods. The family alleged the infant was harmed when Mounika placed the child at the feet of the attackers to plead for mercy.

    Police Action and Counter-Claims

    The Nagarkurnool police have arrested four suspects, identified in reports as being part of the group involved in the scuffle. Initially, the case was booked under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for voluntarily causing hurt and intentional insult. However, following the infant’s death and the revelation that Mounika belongs to a Scheduled Caste (SC) community, the police have added sections of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act and charges of attempted murder.

    Conversely, a villager from the opposing group filed a counter-complaint on the day of the incident. He alleged that he sustained a head injury after being attacked with stones by the family during the scuffle. A separate FIR has been registered against members of the family based on this report.

    Investigative Status and Public Reaction

    The Sub-Divisional Police Officer of Nagarkurnool stated that there were no visible external injuries on the infant’s body at the time of the report. A post-mortem examination has been conducted, and further legal steps will depend on the forensic findings.

    The incident has sparked significant political and social concern. Former MP Kalvakuntla Kavitha and members of the Dharma Samaj Party (DSP) have expressed support for the family, with the latter staging protests outside the Nagarkurnool Government Hospital. The family has reportedly taken refuge in Nagarkurnool town, citing fears of further retaliation if they return to their village.

    Sources

    • Press Trust of India (PTI): “Telangana: Four arrested after family alleges infant died following assault by villagers” (February 22, 2026)
    • Times of India: “‘Caste’ attack at Telangana temple fair leaves 2-month-old dead” (February 23, 2026)
    • ANI News: “K Kavitha expresses shock over infant’s death in alleged caste clash” (February 22, 2026)
    • The Hindu: “NHRC registers case after infant’s death in ‘caste assault’ at Nagarkurnool” (February 23, 2026)

    Protest for Justice in Nagarkurnool This video captures the public demonstration and sit-in protest led by local leaders and family members in front of the Nagarkurnool police station, demanding immediate action against those responsible for the infant’s death.